Big Bang Theory Self-Contradictory?

In summary, there is a lot of discussion and debate surrounding the Big Bang Theory, with some people creating self-contradictory ideas and others firmly supporting or refuting it. However, with so many different points and arguments being made, it can be difficult to determine what is true and what is not. Ultimately, the question remains: can all of these different ideas and theories be connected to provide one cohesive answer about the origin of the universe?
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QuantumMechanic
Big Bang Theory Self-Contradictory!?

There is so much hooplah floating around cyber-space. And there's way too much to talk about in terms of BBT. So, how is one to differentiate between truth and unfounded philosophy.

And everyone seems to be shooting their mouth off lately as far as what their personal beliefs are. Some "physmaticians" and so-called cosmologists are creating ideas that are self-contradictory at face value. At a certain point, everyone's arguments are blurring into one mass of nonpoint rambling.

There are so many points to cover: dark matter, FLRW models, Red-shift, background radiation, et cetera. But if there is one universe, there HAS to be one way to connect it all if we're going to have one answer.

Here's the bottom line:

Right now, once and for all - if you're for the Big Bang, state your case. If you hate, debunk it.
 
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Since the arguments for and against BB can be found all over the internet, I see no reaso to re-hash them here.
 

1. What is the "Big Bang Theory Self-Contradictory"?

The "Big Bang Theory Self-Contradictory" refers to the idea that the Big Bang theory, which states that the universe originated from a single point and has been expanding ever since, is contradictory or inconsistent with other scientific principles or theories.

2. How is the Big Bang theory self-contradictory?

One of the main arguments against the Big Bang theory is the concept of "something from nothing." Critics argue that the idea of the universe originating from a singularity goes against the law of conservation of energy, which states that energy cannot be created or destroyed. Therefore, the idea of the Big Bang violates this principle.

3. What are other criticisms of the Big Bang theory's self-contradiction?

Another argument is that the Big Bang theory does not account for the uneven distribution of matter in the universe, as it would be expected to be uniform if it originated from a single point. Additionally, some scientists argue that the theory does not explain the origin of time and space, and therefore, cannot fully explain the beginning of the universe.

4. Are there any counterarguments to the self-contradiction of the Big Bang theory?

Some scientists argue that the concept of the Big Bang does not necessarily contradict the law of conservation of energy because the singularity could have existed in a state of infinite density and energy before the explosion. Additionally, the uneven distribution of matter can be explained through the process of inflation, where the universe rapidly expanded after the initial explosion.

5. Is the self-contradiction of the Big Bang theory widely accepted in the scientific community?

The self-contradiction of the Big Bang theory is a subject of ongoing debate and is not widely accepted in the scientific community. While there are valid criticisms and counterarguments, the Big Bang theory remains the leading explanation for the origin of the universe and is supported by a vast amount of evidence from various fields of study.

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